I was extremely saddened by Laura's passing. She was a friend of mine and even came to visit me on her bike with her two sons when we both lived in Littleton, CO. Somehow, sadly, we never linked up again as our lives were busy in different directions. My prayers are with her family.
I am so sorry that Laura suffered. Yes, she lives on in the hearts of her family and friends. I wish I did not have experience of pancreatic cancer in my own family.
Laura's passing truly leaves a hole in my heart and I know many of you feel the same.. If you were an acquantance of Lauras, be thankful. If you were a friend of Laura's your were blessed. If you were a "life-long" friend of Laura's then you can count yourself as one of the few people who were very very LUCKY. If you were a part of Laura's family then you have truly lived an enriched life with her presence.
About the time we were all "Burned out" of El Camino in 1963, our paths crossed. We were displaced students and went to Fessler until the School, El Camino, could be put back together. My first recollection of Laura was at one of the dances Fessler had sponsored. All of my Buds were there and all of her gang was there. We became good friends from that point on and continued being good friends throughout. We all ran together and she was exceptionally good friends with Sheila, so we were all ending up together at different events. A bit later, after, I turned 16 and could drive, it was not uncommon to find myself together with the three crazy and wonderful sisters. Cindy, Joni and Laura. I always perplexed my how one great couple could have had such beautiful and smart young ladies.
I can say my time at Santa Maria High School was the BEST times of my life. It was because of all of you, my gang, and of course Laura & Sheila's crowd, and most importantly, Laura. A convaluted and complicated set of circumstances put us together as the "FUN" team at our High School Graduation Party at the Vet's Hall. A Blast we had, just hanging together, dancing, doing whatever fun things they thought we should do, and winning a bunch of prizes. It was in no way the wild parties I was used to, but we simply decided to see this one through, and together, we took in the 'finality' of our Graduation from the BEST High School in the WEST. It is this moment in time I remember most.
Shortly thereafter, I became a Wildland Firefigher and emmersed myself into 50 years doing my thing across the US, Canada & Australia. We did stay in touch remotely, but certainly enough for both of us to know that we were life-long friends from afar. She was so proud of her health and so proud of her family. In April she shared this picture of Health with me. She said "Happy to be out on a great day in Colorado. Probably taken by Ed. What happened next was fast and horrific and pains our very souls.
My condolences to you Ed, Devin, Brent, Cindy and Joni. Devin and FAM; I can"t help but think that this new baby coming in January will have the heart & soul of your Matriarch & Grandma Laura.
Know that we ALL feel so lucky to have know this wonderful Lady and thank you all for always being there for her.
Remembering Laura from high school where we shared the fun and adventure of our year as SMHS Songleaders. Laura was my inspiration to step out and try new things. To emulate her beautiful spirit that shone through her smile.
She was kind, accepting and so beautiful.
I am so fortunate to have such sweet memories. She touched My life.
Heart felt condolences to her family.
Rikki
I watched Laura's beautiful memorial but wish I could have attended. When her boys talked about her TBird it brougt back memories of us cruising up and down Broadway with the top down. And ever since then when I play my Beach Boys music and hear Fun, Fun,, Fun I always thought of Laura and her beautiful smile! Fly high our beautiful friend!!
Steve Leger
Memories are faded. However, it is always sad to hear of another classmates perishing. My condolences Laura's family. May God Bless You.
Steve Leger
Marie Russo (Kerr)
My heart is broken. I saw Laura a few years ago, she was still so pretty. Blessing to her family. Marie Russo Kerr
Linda Bevill (Gregory)
I was extremely saddened by Laura's passing. She was a friend of mine and even came to visit me on her bike with her two sons when we both lived in Littleton, CO. Somehow, sadly, we never linked up again as our lives were busy in different directions. My prayers are with her family.
R. Matias Rico
So sad to hear of any classmate's passing. Laura was truly a kind and beautiful soul. May she be forever mourned and remembered.
Jackie Thomas (Montello)
This is truly a great loss Laura was always so sweet and kind to everyone she will be truly missed may God comfort and give peace to her familyIlene Pickle
I am so sorry that Laura suffered. Yes, she lives on in the hearts of her family and friends. I wish I did not have experience of pancreatic cancer in my own family.
Jacque Rico (Root)
So sorry to hear of Laura's passing. My sincere condolances and prayers to the family.
Jacque Rico Root
Ronnie Raley
Laura's passing truly leaves a hole in my heart and I know many of you feel the same.. If you were an acquantance of Lauras, be thankful. If you were a friend of Laura's your were blessed. If you were a "life-long" friend of Laura's then you can count yourself as one of the few people who were very very LUCKY. If you were a part of Laura's family then you have truly lived an enriched life with her presence.
About the time we were all "Burned out" of El Camino in 1963, our paths crossed. We were displaced students and went to Fessler until the School, El Camino, could be put back together. My first recollection of Laura was at one of the dances Fessler had sponsored. All of my Buds were there and all of her gang was there. We became good friends from that point on and continued being good friends throughout. We all ran together and she was exceptionally good friends with Sheila, so we were all ending up together at different events. A bit later, after, I turned 16 and could drive, it was not uncommon to find myself together with the three crazy and wonderful sisters. Cindy, Joni and Laura. I always perplexed my how one great couple could have had such beautiful and smart young ladies.
I can say my time at Santa Maria High School was the BEST times of my life. It was because of all of you, my gang, and of course Laura & Sheila's crowd, and most importantly, Laura. A convaluted and complicated set of circumstances put us together as the "FUN" team at our High School Graduation Party at the Vet's Hall. A Blast we had, just hanging together, dancing, doing whatever fun things they thought we should do, and winning a bunch of prizes. It was in no way the wild parties I was used to, but we simply decided to see this one through, and together, we took in the 'finality' of our Graduation from the BEST High School in the WEST. It is this moment in time I remember most.
Shortly thereafter, I became a Wildland Firefigher and emmersed myself into 50 years doing my thing across the US, Canada & Australia. We did stay in touch remotely, but certainly enough for both of us to know that we were life-long friends from afar. She was so proud of her health and so proud of her family. In April she shared this picture of Health with me. She said "Happy to be out on a great day in Colorado. Probably taken by Ed. What happened next was fast and horrific and pains our very souls.
My condolences to you Ed, Devin, Brent, Cindy and Joni. Devin and FAM; I can"t help but think that this new baby coming in January will have the heart & soul of your Matriarch & Grandma Laura.
Know that we ALL feel so lucky to have know this wonderful Lady and thank you all for always being there for her.
R.I.P. and God Bless Laura
Ronnie Raley
Rikki Dicus (Rogers-Scott)
Remembering Laura from high school where we shared the fun and adventure of our year as SMHS Songleaders. Laura was my inspiration to step out and try new things. To emulate her beautiful spirit that shone through her smile.
She was kind, accepting and so beautiful.
I am so fortunate to have such sweet memories. She touched My life.
Heart felt condolences to her family.
Rikki
Dorothy DesLauriers (Dickson)
I watched Laura's beautiful memorial but wish I could have attended.When her boys talked about her TBird it brougt back memories of us cruising up and down Broadway with the top down. And ever since then when I play my Beach Boys music and hear Fun, Fun,, Fun I always thought of Laura and her beautiful smile!
Fly high our beautiful friend!!